1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cougar | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
